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PSY 510
PSY 510 Topic 1 Discussion 1
In the past, researchers in psychology used
some “ethically questionable” research techniques. Do you believe that some of
these techniques were useful despite their ethical shortcomings? Explain. How
did these “ethically questionable” techniques lend to the creation of the code
of ethics?
PSY 510 Topic 1 Discussion 2
Review the preamble and general principles
section of the code of ethics. What is the purpose of these sections? In
reviewing the general principles, which do you feel is the most impactful or
influential to the practice of psychology? Explain.
PSY 510 Topic 2 Discussion 1
Should humans use animals for psychological
research? Give examples from this week’s assigned readings or other sources to
defend your position.
PSY 510 Topic 2 Discussion 2
How does the philosophy of ethical decision
making have an effect on our everyday lives? As a student, what can you do to
ensure you maintain academic honesty throughout your graduate academic career?
PSY 510 Topic 3 Discussion 1
Discuss some practical ways that you practice
self-care. How do your practices align with practical guidelines for self-care
recommended by other psychologists? What are some risks associated with NOT
practicing self-care?
PSY 510 Topic 3 Discussion 2
Give an example of how using deception in
research can and should be used. Describe why the use of deception can be
considered acceptable while some of the classic research methods are not.
Provide examples when applicable.
PSY 510 Topic 4 Discussion 1
Describe three to five different ways in
which a psychologist or counselor may acquire or maintain competence in a
specific area of practice. Does supervision play a role in any of the ways you
described? Explain.
PSY 510 Topic 4 Discussion 2
Explore the divisions of APA (http://www.apa.org/about/division/). Which would you join? How would you use those
divisions to continue your education/training in the field of psychology? Are
there other ways to gain expertise in a psychological emphasis (i.e., forensic,
development)? Explain.
PSY 510 Topic 5 Discussion 1
Discuss why it is important to maintain
professional boundaries when working within the field of psychology?
PSY 510 Topic 5 Discussion 2
What are some potential consequences if a
professional has loose or poor professional boundaries? What are some factors
that may make it difficult to maintain professional boundaries?
PSY 510 Topic 6 Discussion 1
There is much controversy on record keeping.
Agencies require records after each session, and private therapists say less is
better so courts cannot interpret the notes in the wrong context. What do you
feel is practical and still within your legal obligation?
PSY 510 Topic 6 Discussion 2
Describe how website advertising can
potentially lead to the violation of other ethical standards.
PSY 510 Topic 7 Discussion 1
Discuss some areas on which you hold biases
(divorce, domestic violence, death penalty). Biases can be personal or
professional in nature. Confronting biases can help to overcome them. What are
your personal/professional biases? What harm can result from not being aware of
them? What standards are violated if they are not acknowledged and addressed?
PSY 510 Topic 7 Discussion 2
You have a client who is of a different
culture and faith than your own. You are not comfortable dealing with them due
to past negative feelings from childhood. What are your ethical and legal
obligations? Why are these legal and ethical obligations in place?
PSY 510 Topic 8 Discussion 1
Ethical issues can arise between psychology
and the legal system. What are some examples of ethical issues arising between
these two entities? Use examples from this week’s required readings to support
your claims.
PSY 510 Topic 8 Discussion 2
Compare the legal definition of insanity with
the psychological concept of mentally ill. How do these two terms differ? How
does this distinction affect the validity of the insanity defense?
PSY 510 Full Course Assignments
PSY 510
PSY 510
Topic 2 APA Title and Reference Page
Details:
This assignment is designed to help you
review APA writing guidelines and to begin finding references for the Critical
Thinking Paper that is due in Topic 3. Use the attached document “Critical
Thinking Topics” to review topics for the Topic 3 assignment.
Use the resources found to construct an APA
title page and reference section that conform to guidelines found in the
Publication Manual of the American Psychological Association.
Reference sections should include at least
two articles, one book, and one electronic source.
This assignment uses a scoring guide. Please
review the scoring guide prior to beginning the assignment to become
familiar with the expectations for successful completion.
PSY 510
Topic 3 Benchmark – Critical Thinking Essay
Details:
The following is a list of acceptable topics that can be
selected from. (Please
note that this is a list of suggestions. A different topic can be selected if
you have a preference for a topic that is not listed):
- Right to Die
- Drug Therapy
- Children and Medication
- Diagnosis of ADHD
- Television or Video Games and Violent Behavior
- Using Deception in Research
- Spanking
- Using Animals in Research
- Recovered Memories
Use the GCU library to locate two
peer-reviewed articles on your chosen topic. The articles should argue opposite
sides of the controversy.
In 1,250-1,500 words:
- Briefly explain the claims of both articles as well as the
background of the controversy and how it became controversial. Including
how historical perspectives and theories add to the controversy.
- Examine the evidence given in the articles and explain which
article creates a stronger argument.
- Identify any logic fallacies that exist in both and explain what
makes them logic fallacies (For a list of logical fallacies, follow this
link https://owl.english.purdue.edu/owl/resource/659/03/).
- Describe why the article’s argument is stronger than the other.
Give examples from both. Include how current perspectives and theories
support your rationale.
- Describe how the controversy you chose is applicable
and significant to the world.
Use five to six scholarly references to
support your claims.
Prepare this assignment according to the
guidelines found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center.
An abstract is not required.
This assignment uses a rubric. Please review
the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar with the
expectations for successful completion.
You are required to submit this assignment to
Turnitin. Please refer to the directions in the Student Success Center.
This benchmark assignment assesses the following
programmatic competencies: 1.1: Describe key historical perspectives and
theories in psychology, 1.2: Differentiate among current perspectives and
theories in psychology, and 1.3: Describe applications of psychology.
PSY 510
Topic 4 Case Study Handling Disparate Information
Details:
Read Case 7: Handling Disparate Information
for Evaluating Trainees on pages 364-366 in your textbook. Once you have read
the case study completely, answer the discussion questions found in the
attached document “Case 7” under the assignment tab.
While APA format is not required for the body
of this assignment, solid academic writing is expected, and documentation of
sources should be presented using APA formatting guidelines, which can be found
in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center.
You are not required to submit this
assignment to Turnitin.
PSY 510
Topic 5 Case Study Duty to Protect
Details:
Read Case 4: Research on Intimate Partner
Violence and the Duty to Protect on pages 359-360 in your textbook. Once you
have read the case study completely, answer the discussion questions found in
the attached document “Case 4” under the assignment tab.
While APA format is not required for the body
of this assignment, solid academic writing is expected, and documentation of
sources should be presented using APA formatting guidelines, which can be found
in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center.
You are not required to submit this
assignment to Turnitin.
PSY 510
Topic 6 Case Study: Ethical Consultation
Details:
A local shelter that receives funding from
the National Institute of Health and Mental Health is upgrading its website.
Along with several upgrades to the website, the web developer/consultant makes
a suggestion that the shelter add a testimonial page where local citizens can
describe their positive interactions with the shelter and its services. Since
the web developer/consultant want to get that page up and running first, the
developer suggests using some positive ratings and responses from Angie’s List®
and other similar ratings sites that already have positive stories and
experiences with the shelter.
The director of the shelter loves the idea of
a testimonial page. She thinks it would really add to the community feel of the
shelter. However, knowing her funding source, she researches the APA Ethics
Code and believes the shelter would be acting inappropriately. To discuss the
matter in further detail, the director of the shelter calls you for an ethics
consult.
In 500-750 words, explain the advice you
would give:
- Describe the ethical issues involved in this situation.
- Discuss any other concerns about the web developer/consultant’s
strategies.
- Explain some recommendations that you would make to
the shelter.
Use two to three scholarly sources to support
your claims.
Prepare this assignment according to the
guidelines found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center.
An abstract is not required.
This assignment uses a rubric. Please review
the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar with the
expectations for successful completion.
You are required to submit this assignment to Turnitin.
Please refer to the directions in the Student Success Center.
PSY 510
Topic 7 Ethics of Religion
Details:
In 1,250-1,500 words, describe the ethical implications of implementing religion or spirituality into therapy. Consider topics such as:
In 1,250-1,500 words, describe the ethical implications of implementing religion or spirituality into therapy. Consider topics such as:
- Competence
- Multiple relationships
- Imposing religious values in therapy
- Informed consent
Use a minimum of three peer-reviewed sources
as well as the textbook and the APA Code of Ethics with APA formatted in-text
citations and references.
Prepare this assignment according to the
guidelines found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center.
An abstract is not required.
This assignment uses a rubric. Please review
the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar with the
expectations for successful completion.
You are required to submit this assignment to Turnitin.
Please refer to the directions in the Student Success Center.
PSY 510
Topic 8 Forensic Psychology and Ethical Implications
Details:
For this paper, you will examine the ethical implications
of a controversial topic related to forensic psychology.
Choose from the following topics:
Choose from the following topics:
- Psychologists’ involvement in military interrogations
- Psychologists’ involvement in assessments related to
death penalty cases
In 1,000-1,250 words, consider the following:
- Discuss human rights as it relates to the controversy.
- Explain ethical implications that may arise for both
sides of the controversy.
A minimum of three peer-reviewed sources and
the textbook should be used to support this paper.
Prepare this assignment according to the
guidelines found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center.
An abstract is not required.
This assignment uses a rubric. Please review
the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar with the
expectations for successful completion.
You are required to submit this assignment to Turnitin.
Please refer to the directions in the Student Success Center.
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